2010 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 74about this part
- Share
- 25%of 295 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 74 complaints about the engine of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, 25% of the 295 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have the v6 2010 Camaro and like many others that I have researched on the web have the p0008 error code for premature timing chain wear that started at around 80k miles. There has been a recall issued on just about every other car that has this engine in it. It is ridiculous that GM would not issue it on this car as well full on knowing that this would have the same problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11101660, filed 2018-06, 80,000 miles“I have the 2010 Camaro v6, with only 67,700 miles. Like too many others, the check engine light came on and it gave a p0008 error code for premature timing chain wear. Why hasn't GM issued a recall for the Camaro with this engine when they've issued a recall for nearly all other vehicles with this engine?!? I should not be facing an estimate of over $2,000 to replace the timing chain with only 67,200 miles!”
NHTSA complaint #11258065, filed 2019-09, 67,200 miles“We where driving looking at a local subdivision and we were doing 35 miles a hour when we hit a deer all air bags came out and I broke my wrist and my friend hurt his arm as well I was in the passenger side with my set belt on and when we hit the deer the air bag came out full force that I broke my wind shield as well”
NHTSA complaint #10983201, filed 2017-05, 700 miles“P008 code. Timing chain issues. If this fails and the engine seizes while driving,all of us Camaro owners could be in accidents. Death could even occured. I bought my 2010 Camaro february of 2016. I'm am the 2nd owner and only put 66k miles on the engine. 85% to and from work. I've replaced everything possible to get rid of the p008 code but it's still there. You have recalled other vehicles with this issue why not us Camaro owners? Please help is!”
NHTSA complaint #11408297, filed 2021-04, 120,000 miles“The water pump on my 2010 Chevrolet Camaro rs failed while driving .vehicle only has 38,300 miles on it. Since 1962, I have owned 20 GM vehicles, but never had a 'water pump' failure on any except this car. I did notice many other Chevrolet cars (impalas) with same 3.6 v6 engine hah had water pump failures.”
NHTSA complaint #10762190, filed 2015-09, 38,300 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11010490Oct 5, 2024This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11009532Sep 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11009531Sep 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
- 11008906Aug 19, 2024This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and…
- 11007115Aug 8, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
- 11007121Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 38% |
| 2022 | 4 | 29% |
| 2021 | 3 | 15% |
| 2020 | 4 | 13% |
| 2019 | 5 | 9% |
| 2018 | 15 | 19% |
| 2017 | 25 | 13% |
| 2016 | 22 | 16% |
| 2015 | 25 | 12% |
| 2014 | 21 | 11% |
| 2013 | 15 | 8% |
| 2012 | 26 | 23% |
| 2011 | 28 | 14% |
| 2010 | 74 | 25% |
| 2002 | 2 | 3% |
| 2001 | 1 | 2% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 1 | 0% |
| 1994 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
83 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
47 complaintsElectrical system
42 complaintsExterior lighting
15 complaintsOther or unknown
15 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology